Jen Hardy

In this episode, Andy sits down with Jen Hardy, a vibrant content creator, award-winning podcaster, and fearless advocate for living fully—at any age. Together, they unpack Jen’s journey from podcasting rookie to YouTube star with over 100,000 subscribers, and how she’s helping people over 50 discover their voice in the digital world.

They dive into the evolving meaning of success, how aging can open new doors (instead of closing them), and why now is the perfect time to try something new—whether that’s launching a show, starting a business, or simply having the bold conversations most people avoid.

From menopause to media, homeschool hacks to launching a podcast in 3 hours, this episode celebrates reinvention, resilience, and the power of embracing where you are right now.

🎧 Tune in for laughs, life lessons, and a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to grow.

BIO

Jen Hardy is an award-winning podcaster, bestselling author, and content creator who knows what it takes to stand out in today’s crowded digital space. She’s the voice behind the Fabulous Over 50 podcast (Podcast of the Year—twice) and the creator of The Jen Hardy Show on YouTube (Broadcast of the Year), where she interviews judges, lawyers, elected officials, and ex-convicts—and has racked up over 3 million views and counting.

Jen’s latest global initiative, LaunchWave is the first of its kind for creators. “Walk in with your idea, walk out with a show!” isn’t just a tagline – participants spend just 3 hours, and go from idea to launch of their podcast or YouTube Channel!

Her Inaugural, International 50 Over 50 Podcaster Awards had nominees from three continents, winners from five countries, and is set to grow exponentially next year.

As the founder of Hardy House Media, Jen has launched successful shows, books, and live events—and is helping others do the same. She knows how to grow an audience, make content that clicks, and turn creative ideas into award-winning results.

Whether she’s talking about growing a YouTube channel from 38 to 90,000+ subscribers in a year or demystifying the tools and tactics that lead to digital influence, Jen brings a quirky, childlike wonder and a tenacity that gets big projects done—fast. She’s been featured in bestselling books, major industry news outlets, and national events that spotlight the future of media and content creation.

Jen and her husband Dave have seven children, and live on a barrier island paradise in Florida.

LINKS:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejenhardy/
Website: https://jenhardy.net/